Blower, Casey

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 November 2017 8 May 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder develops strong relationships with parents, which help to support continuity in children's care and learning.  The childminder provides an interesting range of activities. Children select resources independently and are motivated to learn. These help children to make good progress in their learning and development.  Children's behaviour is good. The childminder is sensitive to children's individual needs. She offers regular praise and encouragement. Children are reassured by caring interactions they receive from the childminder, which helps to promote their emotional well-being.  The childminder reflects well on her practice and encourages parents and children to share their views through discussions and written feedback.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always gather enough information about children's achievements when they first start to help her plan precisely for the next steps in their learning.  The childminder does not consistently build on children's awareness of the benefits of following good-hygiene routines to support them in leading a healthy lifestyle.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 strengthen the information gathered when children first start attending, to plan precisely for the next steps in children's learning even more effectively  build on children's awareness of following good hygiene routines to support their understanding of healthy lifestyles.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the house and talked with the childminder.  The inspector and childminder discussed a teaching activity.  The inspector viewed the areas of the premises and garden used for childminding.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including the safeguarding procedures and evidence of suitability of household members.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through the written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder can identify the potential signs of abuse and knows what to do if she has concerns about a child's safety or welfare. The childminder is vigilant about safety. Children are well supervised at all times. She carries out regular risk assessments indoors and outdoors to reduce potential hazards to children. The childminder is committed to the continual improvement of her provision. She attends training to ensure that her practice is up to date and outcomes for children are good. Parents comment that they are very happy with the care provided for their children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are interested in the activities provided and show good levels of enjoyment. The childminder observes children and assesses their development well. She supports children's mathematical development well. They enjoy counting the food on their plate during snack time. The childminder supports their mathematical vocabulary, encouraging them to think about one more and one less. The childminder talks to children about what they are doing and asks questions to help challenge them in their learning. She offers simple direction during play to help move the activity along. For example, she encourages young children to put jigsaw pieces into the right spaces and demonstrates how to turn the pieces around so that they fit properly. The childminder focuses well on helping children to learn the names of animals and the sounds they make.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children settle smoothly into the childminder's care and become quickly familiar with the new environment. They freely choose between activities and ask the childminder for help if needed. The childminder supports children with their self-care needs. For example, she works closely with the parents to ensure children's toilet training is successful. The childminder helps children to learn about other cultures and to respect others people's differences effectively. The childminder promotes children's independence well. Children competently have a go at making their own pizza for their lunch and using cutlery at mealtimes. The childminder supports children's understanding of their local community and the wider world. For example, they regularly visit parks and playgroups in the local area.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning and development. Children are sociable and demonstrate high levels of self-confidence. Young children listen well and follow instructions. Children are developing key skills for their future learning and their move on to nursery and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY366551 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1087291 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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